About Alex
Alex Bednar is a leadership and career strategist helping ambitious professionals master the human skills AI can't replace: critical thinking, leadership, and influence.
With a career spanning two decades in government and at a major Canadian bank, Alex specializes in transformational work including organizational redesigns and M&A. He has had a front-row seat to how real decisions get made, how power and influence actually work, and what it takes for leaders to succeed amid constant change. Holding a Master of Public Policy from U of T and a Brief Coaching Certificate from OISE, Alex blends policy rigor with practical knowledge.
Areti Academy guides ambitious professionals to master the human skills AI can’t replace—leadership, influence, and critical thinking—so they can break through barriers and realize their full potential in complex organizations.
Since 2019, Alex has guided leaders through promotions, restructurings, and transitions using a solution-focused approach to cut noise, build relationships, and drive confident action.
Areti Academy delivers workshops, coaching, and talks that turn complexity into clear strategies for leading with integrity and advancing careers in an increasingly complex, AI-transformed world.